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The Spot

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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King Studio Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
King Studio Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
King Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $62
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

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2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Studio Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4

What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 3 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 52 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 83 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 21.9 miles/35.2 km
  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 30.8 miles/49.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Off the Hook - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪White Sails Brewing - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Spot

The Spot puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Colonial Motel Nanaimo
Colonial Nanaimo
The Spot Motel
Colonial Motel
The Spot Nanaimo
The Spot Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Spot offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Spot does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Spot?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Spot?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Spot?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Spot?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Spot and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does The Spot have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
What's the area around The Spot like?
The Spot is a short 3-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 20 minutes' walk from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Short stay small but expected. King bed looked good but was basically worn out. Saggin the middle so much it was difficult to get out of. Clean and updated nice shower but the beds gotta go
Rory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

AWESOME STAY
OUR STAY WAS GOOD THE SERVICE OF MOBILE CHECKIN IS AWESOME VERY CLEAN I LOVE THIS PLACE
Bonita, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Ivy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Roger, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at this affordable and very cute place 🙌 my only suggestion is a shelf in the bathroom for makeup/personal items. Great location and comfy bed!
Kim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean, convenient, near the beach.
mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Shirley, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lindsay, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a Spot!
I consider myself a slave to name brand hotels, we took a chance with the spor and wow! Very clean, very nice very comfortable. The only drawback was the limited parking. I had to box in another guest to park. But overall amazing place. I wont think twice next time im in the area, the spot is my spot
Terry, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Was a great place to stay for the evening - it was clean, beds were comfortable and a great shower head - all in all a good stay 👍
Alex, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Bobs’ Nanaimo visit 2024
Shower floor was slippery. Noisy room above mine. Tv was hard to use. AC was good. Bed was a bit hard and pillows were not soft. Everything else was very good.
Robert, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Shirley, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Area was noisy and hard to rest. The bed was good. Weird check in option.
Ronald, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mark Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, updated rooms. Good beds. Easy to get to
SCOTT, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The room was great for the price! Renovated, cozy and everything you needed was there. Loved the rainfall shower and bathroom. The lady at the front desk was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again. The only downside was the loud traffic outside the motel. But you can fix that with ear plugs and the keypad was touchy and annoying for entry and exit. But like i said great value!
Luke, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stacey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brigitte, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Had a nice bathroom clean, and room was clean, but the sliding glass door was broken and hard to open and close, bed squeaked when we moved, the street was pretty loud lots of sirens over night. Very basic, painted cement wall made it feel dated and older.... parking lot had limited parking
Aaron, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A unique hotel featuring a host of little pluses that made our stay great: simple check in, keyless entry, rainfall shower, hardwood floors.
Yehuda, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Front desk staffing inadequate
Front desk clerk was unexpectedly off duty on my Sunday check in date several hours too early ahead of their stated operating hours on their hotel listing on this app, and unfortunately was not present to help me get into my room. Their rooms have an electronic keycode access system, and the #104 room they assigned me was nonfunctional because door was stuck shut on the doorjam and wouldn't unlock normally by keying in the combination code buttons. They made me waste two hours waiting in their unstaffed and closed lobby for their night shift staffer to arrive on site and solve the door problem.
1-night trip
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